‘Deltacron’ in Thailand? Pft! We got this – Public Health Minister

Don’t fear new virus variants — we can handle it. That’s the main message from Thailand’s public health ministry, which says the country is well equipped to handle any new Covid-19 strains, including the so-called “Deltacron” variant, a possible combination of Delta and Omicron.

Speaking at the Thailand International Health EXPO 2022 on Thursday, Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the ministry has already prepared sufficient medical tools, including vaccines and drugs, ensuring it can successfully combat the virus, regardless of how it evolves.

He also said the current pandemic regulations in place remain effective tools to mitigate the spread of the virus throughout Thai society — namely, the standardized habits of mask wearing and social distancing in public areas, as well as frequent hand washing…

“We’re not worried about any new strains, so long…